Lyndon Johnson actually said...

Atomic power has been the shield of this Nation's security, and it has also become the symbol of hope.

Remarks at the Swearing In of Dr. Samuel M. Nabrit and Wilfrid E. Johnson as Members of the Atomic Energy Commission.

07/31/1966

More Lyndon Johnson Quotes

I gave no assurances of any kind.

We believe that if we, together, can handle this awesome military power intelligently, prudently, and responsibly it will be a mighty force ...

We believe that joint planning is the best guarantee of effective deterrence.

We have demonstrated that aggression just doesn't pay.